This issue is in the news. Donors to nonprofit groups that are spending millions on political ads this election have escaped public scrutiny because their donations don’t have to be disclosed. But can they escape a hefty a tax bite? That’s a new question raised by lawyers familiar with nonprofit tax law and by at […]
Month: October 2010
Express advocacy on the air
The Times notes independent group advertising and express advocacy here. Such a direct appeal to voters might seem unremarkable, but actually it is an example of an important new tool afforded to outside interest groups that is reshaping the contours of this year’s midterm elections. TaxProf notes this story, as well.
Political law-related news and viewpoints this morning
E.J. Dionne, Jr. on independent groups’ 2010 role. The Washington Post. Legal issues related to private security guards and campaigns. The Washington Post. The Ring re-trial. The Washington Post. The DeLay trial. UPI. “God Didn’t Create Corporations.” The Washington Post. Sen. Ensign is paying legal fees. Roll Call. Who’s receiving contributions from U.S. subsidiary PACs? […]